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Charming mountain top, country farmhouse; 5 min to Julian

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A porch with a swing chair and a view of a snowy landscape.
A house with a covered porch, snow-covered landscape, and trees in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, two windows, a dresser, and a nightstand.
A room with three large windows offering a view of a forest and hills. A wooden bench is placed in the center.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofas, and a television mounted on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Julian, CA
  • Place, Julian Town Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Julian Historical Society
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Julian Pioneer Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

common area 1

1 Double Murphy Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming mountain top, country farmhouse; 5 min to Julian

Nestled in the hills of the Cleveland National Forest, Selah Chateau offers a cozy retreat from the stress of reality. The gated driveway leads up the hill to the cabin that awaits you with full amenities and personal comforts to make it your 'home' during your stay. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in the sunroom as the day breaks with amazing views in all directions.
Explore Lake Cuymaca, nearby hiking trails, mountain biking, or head 5 miles into the quaint town of Julian to grab a piece of fresh pie, shop, or visit the Julian Mining Co. Return to your cabin to enjoy a fire and sit back to watch the sun slip behind the mountains.
Selah Chateau is a cozy, private, retreat that offers a full kitchen, washer/dryer, BBQ, & Jacuzzi. Selah means to pause, take a breath...and we hope you will find this opportunity at Selah Chateau.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Make sure jacuzzi cover is on and doors are locked before leaving please.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2739039vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Julian

Located in Julian, this holiday home is in the mountains. Anza Borrego Desert State Park and Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include California Wolf Center and Laguna Mountain Recreation Area. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barona Speedway or Anza Borrego Tennis Center. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and cycling nearby.
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Julian, CA

What's nearby

  • Julian Town Hall - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Julian Historical Society - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Julian Pioneer Museum - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • William Heise County Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Eagle and High Peak Mines - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julian Beer Co. - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pie Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Pub at Lake Cuyamaca - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Julian Pit Stop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Heroes Wood-Fired Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming mountain top, country farmhouse; 5 min to Julian pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming mountain top, country farmhouse; 5 min to Julian?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming mountain top, country farmhouse; 5 min to Julian?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming mountain top, country farmhouse; 5 min to Julian?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming mountain top, country farmhouse; 5 min to Julian located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from William Heise County Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Julian Pioneer Museum and Julian Historical Society. Julian Town Hall and Eagle and High Peak Mines are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing House atop da Mountains

This place is so amazing and perfect for a mountain getaway. We've stayed here twice and the place is wonderful every time! Great hosts too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain home in Julian

Excellent stay. Must go again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect mountain getaway close to town

The property and views were absolutely beautiful and the location was perfect! Very close to town, but far enough away from the crowds and traffic. The home was cozy and comfortable with plenty of room for our party of 6.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing secluded getaway!

Tastefully done, covered with everything you can ask for family bonding escapade.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is so beautiful and the mountain views unparalleled! I enjoyed eating meals on the back porch looking at the mountains, watching sunsets from the hot tub and reading on the swing! Thanks for letting me stay, and I’ll be back if I return to the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls getaway weekend

Wonderful location, night sky is amazing, excellent local hikes, everything we needed was right there. Thank you for providing such a lovely setting for our weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2023
Thank you so much. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pine Hills Paradise

Wonderful Thanksgiving family stay. Gorgeous grounds, home, welcome from hosts, easy communication. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing accomodations; isolated with amazing views!

Well kept house with all the amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May, 2023
Thank you, Roger. It was our pleasure to host you. Hope to see you again sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

The house is in a great location, secluded, and quiet. It was very clean and close to Julian. The family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spacious and comfortable. Beautiful view and the night sky was tremendous.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and peaceful

This is an exceptional property - the home, view, comfort, quietude. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home in the mountains

The home was very comfortable from the living area to the bedrooms. Large bathrooms with showers. The view from the Master Bedroom and patio was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Julian Backcountry Getaway

This mountain top country farmhouse is as wonderful as it sounds. The house is bright and spacious with wonderful views of the countryside. It is surrounded by acres of nature to gaze upon and explore. It is conveniently located close to Julian, Wynola and William Heise County Park. Great vacation spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exquisite Hill Top Retreat

Everyone in our family loved this property (we had a 3 and 5 year old, 19 year old, my husband and my mom in our group). It is very secluded and beautiful, and the home is spacious, perfect for families. We really enjoyed the jacuzzi, and the king bed was comfortable. Those sunset views from the property are very special. I wish we can make this an annual family vacation, i would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Regalo De Dios visit

The property was very clean and tidy. Views were great. Air conditioner was nice and cold. Overall it was as we expected and we had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Julian get away

It was all that was promised. Absolutely beautiful grounds and home. Very comfortable. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This house and property are wonderful! Everything described in the property description was exactly as represented. The home is well appointed, has everything I think any guest would want or need. The skylights and the large windows (especially in the master suite) are just gorgeous! I would love to spend a week there - and hopefully can do so!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding in Julien

We (my husband, 2 siblings and my mother) were in Julien for a family wedding at a nearby venue. The house was very comfortable and the owners added grab bars in the master shower and water closet for my 90 year old mother which was very helpful. It was lovely setting and the house was very comfortable and homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property with everything you need and more!

The pictures don't tell half of how beautiful this place is. Its super spacious, kitchen has every gadget you will need, two really big bathrooms, and really spacious and beautiful rooms. The house surroundings are super private and there is so much outdoor space to walk, to have family picnics and to enjoy the beautiful scenery. We've stayed at several houses in Julian and this is by far the best one we've stayed in. Also, Dave and Nancee are very gracious hosts and were very attentive throughout our stay. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding Weekend

Perfect place for our group attending a wedding nearby. The property is quiet and secluded, but still close to town. Access via codes made check-in a breeze. The views are incredible and photos do not do it justice. The house was extremely comfortable and we all wished we could have stayed longer. It comfortably slept 6 adults and was well stocked with everything we needed; linens, towels, kitchen supplies, TP/paper goods, firewood, etc. The hot tub was a huge bonus, especially during the late season snow storm that rolled through one day. I highly recommend staying here for any trip to Julian.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, comfortable home

This VRBO was great for my niece and I and her two young children (2 and 4 years old). There was a good variety of sleeping options, a big open living room, and a nice sun room. The grounds were perfect for the kids. Lots of areas to explore and we saw turkeys, deer, and even heard owls at night. We were close enough to Julian to a trip into town for dinner and also close enough to Wm Heise park for a visit to the playground and nature trail. The owners were responsive in their communications. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The outside could have used a little clean-up but it is spring and everything is growing quickly so probably hard to keep up. Overall a wonderful stay for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place-just bring eye covers if you are not an early riser!

We LOVED this place. Great everything, jacuzzi, beautiful kitchen. The only caveat is this-the master bedroom has wrap around windows and sky lights and by 6:00 a.m. it is BRIGHT BRIGHT BRIGHT.!!!! I read the reviews and brought up an eye sleeping mask and it worked great. I also think the master would benefit if there was a T.V. In there. Otherwise-will stay again!!!! Outdoor jacuzzi was awesone!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Julian Visit

Nice place. Comfy beds. Peaceful surroundings and felt safe. Loved all the natural light in every room! My only suggestion would be the option of curtain/blinds in windows for places like the bathroom and bedroom so one can choose to close them for feeling of privacy especially at night. Other than that, the place was perfect and we’d love to come back. We may just have to have back up plan for covering at very least bathroom windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow!

It's difficult to summarize the beauty, comfort, and serene atmosphere this property provides. It has the perfect blend of modern conveniences with rustic charm. The property is extremely safe due to the extra precautions the owners and property provide. I've never slept better or experienced a better view. Wildlife, nature walks, proximity to Julian...the property has it all. The owners provided a hands-off experience but were always available for any needs. Definitely a one-of-a kind experience and HIGHLY recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil

Came with the family to experience our new telescope. The house has a clear view of the sky. When we were here in December we knew we would be back. I need a king size bed so this was ideal. Nothing lacking. Enjoyed the sounds of doves, donkey, cows, rooster, owl, rustling leaves., etc. TV offerings were useful for streaming. ALL GOOD HERE.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dave & Nancy

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Your hosts, Dave & Nancy are passionate about balance in life and enjoy sharing the opportunity to pause...take a breath and reconnect with God & nature. It's time for SELAH.

Why they chose this property

Selah Chateau is an opportunity to escape the day-to-day pressures and retreat to a farmhouse equipped to meet all your living comfort needs while refreshing your spirit and soul. It's a place of peace and solitude with nearby creature-comforts of restaurants, shops and activities.

What makes this property unique

Fully appointed and nicely furnished country cabin with unparalleled views of the surrounding areas of Julian and Pine Hills. Secluded enough to feel private; but nearby activities for all.

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